Paul McGinness
Australian flying ace (1896–1952) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Paul Joseph McGinness, DFC, DCM (14 February 1896 – 25 January 1952[1]) was an Australian flying ace of the First World War, credited with seven aerial victories. He was a co-founder of Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services (Qantas).[2]
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Paul Joseph McGinness | |
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Nickname(s) | "Ginty" |
Born | (1896-02-14)14 February 1896 Warrnambool, Victoria |
Died | 25 January 1952(1952-01-25) (aged 55) Perth, Western Australia |
Allegiance | Australia |
Service/ | Australian Imperial Force Australian Flying Corps Royal Australian Air Force |
Years of service | 1914–1919 c. 1940–1945 |
Rank | Squadron Leader |
Battles/wars | First World War Second World War |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross Distinguished Conduct Medal |
Other work | Co-founder of Qantas |
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